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HRS §91-6

How to ask a state agency to change a rule

Any interested person can ask a state agency to make, change, or remove a rule. The agency must have a process for these requests and must respond within 30 days, either by denying the request in writing or by starting a formal rulemaking process.

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The statute, as written — Petition for adoption, amendment or repeal of rules

Any interested person may petition an agency requesting the adoption, amendment, or repeal of any rule stating reasons therefor. Each agency shall adopt rules prescribing the form for the petitions and the procedure for their submission, consideration, and disposition. Upon submission of the petition, the agency shall within thirty days either deny the petition in writing, stating its reasons for the denial or initiate proceedings in accordance with section 91-3.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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